Thai Chilies
How to store

Thai Chilies

Also known as: bird's eye chili, prik kee noo
Nightshades
Best Method recommended method with best effort-to-efficacy tradeoff 1-2 weeks

Refrigerated

  1. Do not wash until ready to use
  2. Store in perforated plastic bag or crisper drawer
  3. Refrigerate
  4. Keep away from ethylene producers if possible
Freezing freezing method 6-12 months

Frozen

  1. Wash and dry, then freeze whole
  2. Place in freezer bag
  3. Use in curries, stir-fries, or salsas

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Revival Tips

Slightly soft Thai chilies are still fine for cooking or hot sauce.

Fun Facts

  • Thai bird's eye chilies are very hot and small; they're a staple in Southeast Asian curries, salsas, and stir-fries.